They suggest that the folk-rock band, who recently won two Grammys, will pick up three prizes for 'Best Group', 'Best Live Act' and 'Album of the Year'.

"This year's Brit Award shortlist is one of the most competitive we've seen for many years, and from Spotify's streaming data we're seeing a real possibility that Mumford & Sons could be the main winners on the night," Will Hope, Director of Label Relations at Spotify, said in a statement.

"However, I would keep an eye on Alt-J and Ben Howard too who have both a constant feature in our playlists over 2012 and into 2013.

"We'll be keeping a keen eye on the results to see if we're proven right on the night."

Spotify also predicts that James Arthur will take the accolade for 'Best Single' with 'Impossible', fending off 14 other contenders including Labrinth, Adele and Florence + the Machine, while Lana Del Rey is their tip for the 'International Female Solo Artist' gong.

This year's Brit Awards take place at London's O2 Arena on February 20. Performers include One Direction, Justin Timberlake and Taylor Swift.